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Percy Spender
(1897–1985)
Politician
Australia
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Percy Spender was a politician from Australia, best known for Exercises in Diplomacy.
Quick Facts About Percy Spender
- Born
- October 5, 1897
- Died
- May 3, 1985
- Nationality
- Australia
- Profession
- Politician
- Notable works
- Exercises in Diplomacy
- Spouse
- Jean Spender
About Percy Spender
Sir Percy Claude Spender was an Australian politician, diplomat, and judge. He served in the House of Representatives from 1937 to 1951, including as a cabinet minister under Robert Menzies and Arthur Fadden. He was later Ambassador to the United States (1951–1958) and a member of the International Court of Justice (1958–1967), including as president of the court from 1964 to 1967.
Biography source: Wikipedia
Awards & Honors
Knight Commander of the Royal Victorian Order
Knight Commander of the Order of the British Empire
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